Integrative Physiology and Health Science

Integrative Physiology and Health Science at Alma

The Integrative Physiology and Health Science Department emphasizes a combination of strong science education with generous hands-on experiences in the areas of:

  • Human physiology
  • Exercise testing and prescription
  • Gross anatomy
  • Exercise biochemistry
  • Athletic training
  • Senior fitness

Career opportunities

Graduates of Alma’s Integrative Physiology and Health Science Program are prepared for employment in corporate or hospital settings, health and wellness intervention programs, athletic training and other health-related careers.

For physical education teaching, the Exercise and Health Science Program can be combined with the Secondary Teacher Education Program.

Many Integrative Physiology and Health Science graduates pursue graduate study in a variety of areas, including:

  • Exercise physiology
  • Medicine
  • Nutrition
  • Occupational therapy
  • Physical therapy
  • Public health
  • Health promotion

The pre-nursing concentration will prepare graduates for admission into nursing programs offering a one-year accelerated second degree program (BSN).

Click here for a one-page information sheet (PDF).

 

 

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Faculty Profile

Dr. Robyn Anderson

Dr. Robyn Anderson
Departments: Integrative Physiology & Health Science

Robyn Anderson grew up surrounded by athletics. Her father was a physical education teacher and owned a gymnastics club.

“Teaching and coaching was part of my life from the beginning as the entire family became involved with the business in one capacity or another,” the professor of exercise and health science says. “I love to teach, coach and learn, so these areas became my passion.”

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